Defence Software Engineer (Cameo/Rhapsody) – Onsite

Meritus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering organisation in Bristol seeks an experienced Software Engineer to design software tools and support defence projects. Key responsibilities include developing new architectures, integrating tools into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates must have strong experience with Cameo or IBM Rhapsody, a solid background in C/C++, and familiarity with safety standards. The role offers a rate of £65 per hour, and is fully onsite with a 12-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Cameo or IBM Rhapsody.
• Solid background in C or C++ development.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like GitLab and Docker.
• Understanding of DDS middleware and real-time operating systems.
• Familiarity with safety-related standards (DefStan 00-55, DO-178C, IEC 61508).
• Collaborative approach in multi-disciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing new software tools and architectures.
• Working closely with CI/CD specialists for integration.
• Monitoring tool effectiveness across teams.
• Supporting full software lifecycle from design to testing.
• Collaborating with systems and software engineers.

Skills

Cameo or IBM Rhapsody

C/C++ development

CI/CD tools (GitLab, Docker)

Collaborative approach

Job description

A leading defence engineering organisation in Bristol seeks an experienced Software Engineer to design software tools and support defence projects. Key responsibilities include developing new architectures, integrating tools into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates must have strong experience with Cameo or IBM Rhapsody, a solid background in C/C++, and familiarity with safety standards. The role offers a rate of £65 per hour, and is fully onsite with a 12-month contract with potential for extension.